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Is It Safe For My Child To Wear Veneers?*

Are
Veneers Safe for Children?

Cosmetic
surgery has become more advanced within the recent years. With these
advances, medical doctors have come to understand the needs of the
public and how to serve each patient and their individual needs best.
A perfect example is veneers. Veneers are thin porcelain caps that go
over the tooth to cover any imperfections. Surgeons are certified and
more than qualified to complete such procedures on young children.

Why Parents Choose
Veneers for Their Children

With
so many chemicals, sweets, hygiene, and environmental issues children
are susceptible to forming teeth that may not be considered healthy.
Chips and stains may become an issue as they grow, causing children
not to feel as confident. As a parent, the need and confidence of a
child to thrive are a high priority. If a simple plastic/cosmetic
surgery, like veneers, can boost that confidence then it becomes a
viable option.

Children
are still coming into their own giving them that extra boost will
help them focus on developing their character rather than worrying
about the state of their teeth. Veneers are meant to be a therapeutic
process rather than purely cosmetic.

The
rise of sugary drinks and overall lack of healthy food has increased
the dental cosmetic need for veneers. Children as young as four years
of age have been sent to hospitals due to tooth decay. The lack of
fluoride toothpaste users has also caused the rise of tooth decay.

Parents
may also choose to give their children veneers for chipped or stained
teeth.

As
mentioned above, the rise of sugar cravings in children only adds the
problem to their teeth. Children's teeth are easily stained and are
difficult to maintain if not cared for correctly through diet. Even
then certain conditions will make children more susceptible to easily
stained teeth. As for chips in the teeth, most children are extremely
active. To say that no child will ever hurt themselves while running,
playing, even sleeping is a farce train of thought. When a child
chips their tooth, they may have done damage to their baby tooth as
well as their adult tooth. Therefore, waiting will only prolong the
process. Leaving cracked teeth may also cause injury to a child's
mouth or tongue.

Who Can Get Veneers?

Children
are sensitive; therefore, veneers seem an out-of-this-world option.
Perhaps this is the reason why this cosmetic enhancement has not
always been the first option for parents as there is a lack of
information out in the market. Children of any age may receive
veneers as long as it is approved by your dentist. Choosing a
certified dentist is key, as you want someone who will be able to
give you the best information.

When
parents take their children to get veneers, there are two choices
they can make: porcelain or resin veneers. Dentist and parents tend
to lean toward veneers. Veneers are much more sustainable as they
have a longer life, about 10-15 years. The resin is not as stain
resistant and looks less like natural teeth than the other option.

Where Can Children Get
Veneers?

King
of Prussia Periodontics and Dental Implants led by Dr.Marissa Crandall Cruz,
Dr. Mana Nejadi, and Dr. Rimple Sandhu is one location that is
certified and employs dentists and plastic surgeons that know the ins
and outs of dentistry cosmetic surgery. Always do your research and
consultations are available for those parents who are interested in
getting veneers for their children. Porcelain veneers are much more
attainable than in years past. Procedures are safer than years past,
and the growing need for cosmetic surgery has given dentists' the
knowledge that they need to assist their smaller patients best. With
a more natural look, no one will ever know that the veneers are not
your child's real teeth.

Finding
a dentist today will avoid future injury if you have a child with
chipped teeth, stained teeth, or tooth decay. The damage is not only
physical but to their person as well. Dentists are specially trained
to give your child the procedure that best fits them. As many parents
worry, and rightfully so, this method is no cause for alarm. As the
years have gone by and more research has been done, the veneers
procedure has become drastically safer than in decades past. The
cosmetic surgeon that performs this process will utterly
knowledgeable in aftercare. If you find yourself still doubting
whether this procedure is for your child, visit a professional. Only
they will be able to give you all the needed information that will
allow you to come up with a decision. Before you go, be sure to write
out a list of questions you may have about the procedure. Subjects
may include issues such as before the procedure, any anesthesia
questions, or how to take care of veneers.